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Observance of int’l laws fundamental to security, peace

Observance of int’l laws fundamental to security, peace: Defence Minister

Independence, self-reliance, promotion of cooperation and observance of international laws are fundamental to security, peace and development, said Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich at the 17th Asia Security Summit or Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on June 2.
Observance of int’l laws fundamental to security, peace: Defence Minister ảnh 1Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich delivers the first remarks at the third plenary session themed “Shaping Asia’s Evolving Security Order” on the second day of the 17th Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. (Photo: VNA)

Singapore (VNA) – Independence, self-reliance,promotion of cooperation and observance of international laws are fundamentalto security, peace and development, said Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich at the17th Asia Security Summit or Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore onJune 2.

Lich made the statement while delivering the firstremarks at the third plenary session themed “Shaping Asia’s Evolving SecurityOrder.”

Traditional and non-traditional security threats,including territorial disputes and terrorism, are clearly visible, posing realand imminent risks to stability of Asia-Pacific, he noted.

“The best way for parties involved to settle their disputes is to employpeaceful means and diplomatic dialogues without the use of force, the threat touse force or unilateral actions.”

He suggested that to resolve complex security issues,each nation must decide its own destiny but at the same time, they also needfair-minded support from the international community, particularly majorcountries, towards the common benefits.

The states must develop mutual trust through consultation, exchange ofinformation, high-level visits, and joint activities between armed forces. Mostimportantly, each of them must promote policy transparency to demonstrate thegoodwill and determination to fulfill their commitments and obligations.

Furthermore, each country should expand and diversifydialogue mechanisms and regional and inter-regional cooperation in politics,defence and security, and economics, he emphasized.

They should study the development of a new mechanism to support involvedparties in the settlement of disputes and security issues, especiallycomplicated matters like those in the Korean Peninsula, the East China Sea and theEast Sea, with respect for each nation’s sovereignty and international law andon the principle of non-interference in each other’s domestic affairs, theVietnamese Defence Minister said.

He moved on to highlight ASEAN as a successful modelfor cooperation and connectivity between small and medium-sized countries inthe regional security architecture. ASEAN has played a vital role in shapingthe security structure and maintaining peace and stability in Asia-Pacific.

The official reiterated that Vietnam is consistent andsupportive of a peaceful resolution of territorial disputes in the East Sea onthe basis of international law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention onthe Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

He underlined the observance of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties inthe East Sea (DOC) alongside the conclusion of the Code of Conduct in the EastSea (COC) to build strategic trust between ASEAN and China and showdetermination to develop a regional security order based on international law.

He stressed that Vietnam believes any act violatingother nation’s sovereignty or militarization or military reinforcements areinconsistent with international law and run counter to regional commitments.Instead, the involved parties need to demonstrate their responsibility toobtain a maritime order so that the East Sea can truly be a water of peace,cooperation and friendship.

The 17th Shangri-La Dialogue – an important securityforum in the Asia – Pacific opened in Singapore on June 1, gathering over 500senior defence officials and scholars from more than 50 countries andterritories.

The Vietnamese delegation to the event is led by Defence Minister General NgoXuan Lich and Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s ArmySenior Lieutenant General Pham Ngoc Minh.

The agenda includes five plenary sessions on USleadership and the challenges of Indo-Pacific security, De-escalating thecrisis in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Shaping Asia’s evolvingsecurity order, New dimensions of terrorism and counter-terrorism and Risingthe bar for regional security co-operation.

The event also features severalsessions covering such issues as new strategic technologies and the future ofconflict, maritime security enhancement, strategic implications of militarycapability development in the Asia-Pacific and the management of competition inregional security cooperation.

Convened by the London-based International Institute for Strategic Studies, theShangri-La Dialogue is the most important regular gathering of defenceprofessionals in Asia-Pacific, a vital annual fixture in the diaries ofministers and their civilian and military chiefs of staff.

Since its launch in 2002, the dialogue has built confidence and fosteredsecurity ties by facilitating easy communication among the region’s mostimportant defence and security policymakers.-VNA

The visits also took place at a time when the Philippines is serving as ASEAN Chair in 2026, Singapore is preparing to assume the ASEAN Chairmanship in 2027, and Vietnam is set to host the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in 2027.

The intellectual journey from Duong Kach Menh in 1927 to the strategic vision outlined by the Party at its 14th National Congress demonstrates a rich process of creatively applying and developing Marxism-Leninism in Vietnam’s specific conditions.

The two sides shared the view that both sides should strengthen cooperation to translate high-level common understandings into practical outcomes. Cooperation, they agreed, should focus on two key pillars: theory research and the training and capacity building of officials.

Participants reviewed rental housing demand in each area, considering different market segments and target groups. They also examined the gap between supply and demand, and pinpointed issues in policy frameworks.

PM Le Minh Hung stressed that Hai Phong should become a national pioneer in implementing a new growth model driven by science – technology, innovation and digital transformation.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam, his spouse, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation left Manila on June 1, concluding their two-day state visit to the Philippines at the invitation of Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. and his spouse.

The Vietnamese leader urged the two sides to further promote two-way investment in highly complementary and long-term value-adding sectors, such as modern agriculture, food processing, clean energy, logistics, supporting industries, digital economy, and innovation.

The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam reaffirmed and emphasised the central role played by ASEAN, stating clearly that Vietnam regards ASEAN as the most important strategic space, and that the Asia-Pacific regional security architecture should be led by ASEAN rather than becoming an arena for rivalry among major powers.

Vietnam’s presence at the 23rd Shangri-la Dialogue met the international community’s expectations for balanced, constructive and bridge-building contributions from a country that consistently pursues a non-aligned foreign policy.

Vietnam always values and wishes to further deepen its friendly neighbourly relations with the Philippines in all areas on the basis of a shared commitment to peace, stability and respect for international law, affirmed General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam.

Vietnam, Philippines issue Joint Statement on Enhanced Strategic Partnership

Based on the good friendship and the interests and aspirations of the people of both countries, the two sides agreed to elevate the Vietnam-Philippines bilateral relationship to an Enhanced Strategic Partnership.

Vietnam called for an open, inclusive regional architecture with ASEAN at its core, insisting that all new initiatives be transparent, respect international law, complement one another, and avoid undermining ASEAN centrality or turning Southeast Asia into an arena for great power rivalry. It expressed full support for and readiness to cooperate with the Philippines - ASEAN Chair 2026.

Vietnam has an opportunity to further entrench its leadership position within ASEAN, collaborate with like-minded partners, and demonstrate that Hanoi is, and will continue to be, a friend, a reliable partner, and an active and responsible member of the international community, said Professor Carl Thayer from the Australian Defence Force Academy at the University of New South Wales.

The trip marks the Vietnamese leader’s first visit to the Philippines as Party General Secretary and State President. It takes place as the two countries are preparing to celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations and as the Philippines assumes the ASEAN Chairmanship in 2026.

The Rizal Monument is one of the Philippines’ most significant historical landmarks. Located in the capital city of Manila, it was erected in honour of Dr. Jose Rizal, a physician, writer, and national hero who played a pivotal role in the country's struggle for independence.

The keynote address delivered by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam at the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue conveyed a powerful message highlighting the integration of proactive diplomacy with a comprehensive vision for national development.

The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last weekend by the Vietnam News Agency.

Talking to President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Masato Kanda, General Secretary and President To Lam affirmed that Vietnam attaches importance to ​​its cooperation with the bank and wishes to further deepen this partnership in the new development phase.